WEST SIDE STORY
Clinton Community Theatre
Presents
When Jerome Robbins, Leonard Bernstein and Arthur Laurents
originally conceived the idea of writing a musical version of
William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, they planned to call it
East Side Story and center it around a star-crossed romance
between Jewish boy and an Italian Catholic girl. Because of other
commitments, however, they were forced to shelve the project for
six years, and by the time they returned to it, they decided that
this idea had lost its social relevancy. Instead, they would tell the
story of a native-born Polish boy and a Puerto Rican girl newly
arrived in America--and they would set it against the backdrop of
clashing street gangs on the city's West side. At this point,
Bernstein decided against writing his own lyrics and offered the
job to a virtually unknown lyricist named Stephen Sondheim.
West Side Story remains true to its Shakespearean model. Things
look good for the young lovers in the beginning, but when Tony-much like Romeo--accidentally kills his lover's brother while trying
to break up a rumble, violence erupts. The musical received rave
reviews for its unflinching portrayal of gang life.
West Side Story opened at the Winter Garden Theatre on
September 26, 1957 and ran for 732 performances before going
on tour. The 1961 film version featured Richard Beymer, Natalie
Wood, George Chakiris and Rita Moreno. It received 11 Academy
Awards nominations and won 10. Best Picture, Best Supporting
Actor, Best Supporting Actress, Best Director, Best
Cinematography, Best Art Direction and Sets, Best Sound, Best
Scoring Musical, Best Editing, and Best Costumes.
JULY 20 & 21, 27 & 28
at 8:00 o’clock pm
*** It is important to note that the roles, terms, slang, and
stereotypes portrayed in this production are not the beliefs or
ideals of the production staff or the Clinton Community
Theatre. This production is being presented as an important
part of musical theater history and its interpretations of gang
problems in the 1950’s in New York City ***
Cast
Maria -- Natalie Lurowist
Tony -- Steve Santos
Doc -- Gary Renczkowski
Glad Hand -- Rob Hassett
Lt. Schrank -- Jamison Cush
Officer Krupke -- Tom Sargent
JETS:
Action -- Paul Orne
Anybodys -- Jennifer Hennessy
A-Rab -- Ben Ornstein
Betty -- Kirstin Rizzi
Baby John -- Tedd Bourgeois
Clarice -- Stacy Kadesch
Big Deal -- Jeremy Browne
Gidget – Nicole Archambault
Diesel -- Adam Lyons
Graziella -- Becky Kauffman
Gee-Tar -- John McNamara
Minnie -- Stephanie Taylor
Mouthpiece – Chris Lakin
Mary Lou – Kathleen Keefe
Riff -- Bill Hurley
Pauline -- Laura Hill
Snowboy – Peter O’Keefe
Peggy Sue -- Sara Nadeau
Velma -- Amy Renczkowski
SHARKS:
Anxious -- Eddie Figueira
Anita -- Elise Bourgeois
Bernardo -- Michael Frade
Consuelo -- Allison Squires
Chino -- Mike Wood
Estella -- Susan Chaves
Indio -- David Child
Francesca -- Tara Conway
Juano -- Daniel Kircher
Juanita -- Ashley Correia
Moose -- Jeff Bartell
Lolita -- Catie Rizzi
Nibbles -- Seth Ornstein
Lourdes -- Sarah Green
Pepe -- Bo Albertson
Margarita -- Sara Worrest
Toro -- Nelson Santos
Rosalia - Jessica Philbin
Teresita -- Kim David
Dream Maria -- Jennifer Hennessy
Dream Tony -- Peter O'Keefe
'Somewhere' Soloist -- Kathleen Keefe
Who’s Who in the Cast
Maria (Bernardo’s Sister) – Natalie Lurowist is a student of Wayland High
School and is pleased to join CCT for her first time. Some of her past roles
include Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, Anne in A Little Night Music, and Lily in
he Secret Garden. Natalie hopes to pursue Musical Theatre as a career. She
would like to thank Maureen and Bill for their direction, Steve for his sense of
humor, and Danny for his love and support.
Tony (Former JET) – After 3 years Steve Santos decided once again to
take to the stage. He participated in numerous high school musicals and
joined the Hudson Drama workshop for 3 years. Steve’s past performances
include Oliver, Rusty Charlie in Guys ‘n Dolls, Kenicke in Grease, Pepe in
West Side Story, Judas in Jesus Christ Superstar, Psuedelous in A Funny
Thin Happened…, and Bobby in Crazy For You. Steve would like to thank
his friends and family for their support.
Riff (JET Leader) – Bill Hurley has always wanted to perform in West Side
Story and he feels incredibly lucky to be performing with Clinton Community
Theatre this summer. Recently, he has performed in productions of Anything
Goes, How to Succeed in Business …, and Damn Yankees. Bill would like
to thank his family, directors, and friends for all of their support and
encouragement.
Bernardo (SHARK Leader) – Michael J. Frade, of portuguese descent, is
happy to be making his return to the stage after a 3 year absence. He
previously performed the role of Bernardo for the 1997 Hudson Drama
Workshop production of West Side Story. Michael’s past performances with
Hudson High School include Scorpion in Grease, Pontius Pilate in Jesus
Christ Superstar, and Marcus Lycus in A Funny Thing Happened on the Way
to the Forum. His personal favorite was Joe in The Three Geese. Michael
would like to thank his family for all their support, especially Sophie, as well
as the directors. Enjoy the show!
Anita (Bernardo’s Girlfriend) – Elise Bourgeois is no stranger to the stage
though this is her 1st production with CCT. As part of Hudson High’s
graduating class of 2001, she most recently played the role of Kate in
Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew. Elise has been very busy this year
serving as coach for Hudson High’s 1st ever dance team. Currently, she is a
gymnastics instructor at Planet Gymnastics in Acton. Elise would like to
thank to her dad and brother, Tedd, for always making her laugh. Special
thanks to ‘Moe’, Billy and Brian for the opportunity and for their support.
Chino (SHARK) – Mike Wood started performing at the tender age of 11 in
plays for the Hale Middle School in Stow. After 8th grade Mike spent the next
4 years performing in the fall, class, and spring plays at Nashoba. Notable
past roles include Lloyd Dallas in Noises Off, Ricky in I Love Lucy, Rudolph
in Hello Dolly, Andrew Carnes in Oklahoma, Mr. Salt in Willy Wonka, and
most recently Sky Masterson in Guys ‘n Dolls. Mike will be attending
Assumption College in the fall with his quadruplet brothers and sisters –
John, Katie and Mary Wood.
ACT ONE
SC 1: The Street
ACT TWO
Day One - 5:00 pm
Prologue …………………………………..…… Sharks & Jets
“Jets Song” …………………………………………. Riff & Jets
SC 2: Behind Doc’s Drugstore
5:30 pm
“Something’s Coming” ………………...…………………. Tony
SC 3: Bridal Shop
6:00 pm
SC 4: The Gym
SC 1: An Apartment
9:15 pm
“I Feel Pretty” …………..………… Maria, Consuela, Rosalia,
Francesca & Shark Girls
Ballet Sequence………………………………..… Maria, Tony,
Dream Maria, Dream Tony and Company
“Somewhere” ………………………….……… Kathleen Keefe
10:00 pm
“Dance at the Gym” ……………………..…….…… Company
“Maria” …………………………………………………….. Tony
SC 5: An Alleyway
SC 2: An Alley
10:00 pm
“Gee, Officer Krupke” ………………...…………………... Jets
11:00 pm
“Tonight” …..…....…………………………..….. Maria & Tony
“America” ………………………… Anita, Rosalia, Shark Girls
SC 6: Doc’s Drugstore
Midnight
SC 3: Maria’s Bedroom
11:30 pm
“A Boy Like That” / “I Have a Love” …….….… Anita & Maria
“Cool” …………….…………………………………. Riff & Jets
SC 7: Bridal Shop
SC 5: Doc’s Drugstore
11:40 pm
SC 6: The Cellar of Doc’s Drugstore
11:50 pm
SC 7: The Street
Midnight
Next Day - 5:30 pm
“One Hand, One Heart” …………………….….. Maria & Tony
SC 8: The Neighborhood
6:00 to 9:00 pm
“Tonight Quintet” ……………………..….. Jets, Sharks, Anita,
Tony, Riff, Maria, Bernardo
SC 9: Under the Highway
9:00 pm
“Finale” ……………………………………….….. Maria & Tony
and Company
*** There will be a 15 minute intermission between Acts One and Two ***
PRODUCTION STAFF
Stage Direction
Music Direction
Choreographer
Producers
Bill Grady
Maureen Bourgeois
Brian Delaney
Rob Nierintz & Julie Murrman
Orchestra
Piano/Conductor
Maureen Bourgeois
Trumpet
Bob Berardino & Erik
Warme
Reeds
Ben Petrucci
Flute/Piccolo
Marin Wall
Trombone
Michelle Benoit
Bass
Charles Seivard
Percussion
Bruce Hanahan & Mike Dugas
Stage/Technical Crews
Shannon Smith
Heidi Leinonen
Rob Nierintz
Chris Moeckel
Dana Prentiss
Meghan Hoseason
Emily Fagan
Jess Hoseason
Matt Michaud
Costumes
Rob Nierintz
Linnea Lakin
Heidi Leinonen
Joan Nierintz
Julie Murrman
Set Design/Construction
Bill Grady
Rob Nierintz
Jon Fitch
Judy McNamara
Dana Prentiss
Ann Smith
Leeann Phoenix
Hannah Prentiss
Joan Nierintz
Anna Barss-Bailey
Jess Phoenix
Tickets
Victoria Rose, Bigelow Public Library, Basket Beanery
House
Mona
Murrman